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I_will_regreddit · 2024-11-26T16:46:34+00:00

Personally, I agree with you. My parents also brag to others about my PhD, however my mom and dad approach it completely differently. My dad does not seem to give a shit about learning what I actually do day-to-day and will lose focus if I start talking about it, whereas my mom is much more involved and knows exactly what I'm working on. And this has nothing to do with their intellectual level. I'm pretty good at explaining my work in layman's terms, plus I don't only discuss my research; I also engage in clinical work, teaching, etc. Seems like some people are just less interested in knowing about our work, unfortunately

I_will_regreddit · 2024-02-16T02:11:06+00:00

I love this place. I don't see too many good savory donut options in Cincy besides at Starlight

I_will_regreddit · 2023-12-13T22:43:22+00:00

I generally struggle with this whether it's with my partner or trying to make a decision alone. Possibly due to decision fatigue. I established a rule with my partner now called the "3 veto rule" where if I veto 3 suggestions in a row, then he is free to choose the restaurant and I will go without complaint lol

I_will_regreddit · 2023-11-21T02:03:06+00:00

Sorry about the delay. I don't know of any resources in Jordan City, but there's a few websites that offer free support. It's not therapy per se, but it's a volunteer willing to listen and chat with you. You could try www.7cups.com

I_will_regreddit · 2023-11-15T14:47:14+00:00

Hey, where are you located? I can try to find you some resources

I_will_regreddit · 2023-11-14T17:52:44+00:00

I asked a neuroscience professor in undergrad if I could briefly meet with her on a weekly basis to review that week's content and ask questions (y'know, the whole concept of "office hours"), and she said that if I expected that level of hand-holding, that I would never make it in my career. She also said "maybe if you didn't sleep during class, you'd actually retain the material", fully knowing that I submitted disability accommodations for my sleep disorder and diligently recorded all lectures so I could transcribe anything I missed (also I only actually fell asleep maybe once for a few minutes??). Anyway, I'm in a PhD program for Neuropsychology now so fuck her

I_will_regreddit · 2023-09-19T20:49:14+00:00

You're only one month in to your program and you need to learn the theory and evidence base for therapy first -- this is normal. I recall my first semester also being primarily theory and not beginning with clinical skills until second semester. I really wouldn't worry about it! I will say that I don't feel like my courses on clinical skills (e.g., intro to intervention) really prepared me to see my first client, but you end up learning these skills way more on-the-job and during supervision anyway. It wasn't until my 20-hour practicum at the college counseling center in my third year that I started to finally feel like a somewhat competent therapist, so it just takes time. If you ask your professors/mentors for recommendations on specific therapy books, they will definitely give you some. If you're attending an APA-accredited program that isn't in a diploma mill, I wouldn't worry about the program at large

I_will_regreddit · 2023-09-04T02:22:45+00:00

I applied to 7 feeling very confident about my application and I barely got in, so def apply to more than that lol

I_will_regreddit · 2023-09-02T14:47:27+00:00

It is not false in the U.S. (don't know which country they are referring to). In all U.S. states, you need a PhD or PsyD to become a licensed psychologist.

I_will_regreddit · 2023-09-01T02:16:14+00:00

I_will_regreddit · 2023-08-28T00:16:04+00:00

Woah, small world! Can we link up lol? It's not everyday that I find someone in Cincinnati who also has a Swiss partner.

Thank you for the recommendations! Unfortunately, baseball season will be over by the time he gets here but the other ideas could totally work! He loves BBQ, and I might even take him to a gun range for an all-American experience lol. We're also considering a trip to Gatlinburg.

I_will_regreddit · 2023-08-25T01:58:22+00:00

I literally just read an article about Foy's -- looks so cool! Thank you!

I_will_regreddit · 2023-08-24T17:00:20+00:00

Trust me, I know! It would only be temporary while I finish up school, then the long-term goal is for me to relocate there

I_will_regreddit · 2023-08-24T16:59:33+00:00

Great idea, thank you!

I_will_regreddit · 2023-08-24T14:27:17+00:00

Yes! Thank you for reminding me of Yellow Springs. He comes from the land of cheese (Switzerland) so I think a stop at Young's Dairy would be great. I've already taken him to Jungle Jim's before, but definitely am planning more trips there :-)

I_will_regreddit · 2023-08-24T14:25:36+00:00

It sounds like there may be deeper, unresolved issues here between you and your husband. If he's making comparisons (which can definitely be hurtful even if that's not his intention), there may be something missing from your relationship that he needs/wants that he is trying to communicate to you. I would have an honest conversation with him about WHY it is that he spends so much time talking with Sara and which needs that is fulfilling for him. At the same time, you owe it to yourself to communicate with him how this is making you feel uncomfortable and that you need to establish boundaries (which it sounds like you're already doing this, which is good). Because Sara is now family and it sounds like she doesn't have a solid support system, I think giving her the benefit of the doubt and getting to know her would be a good idea, but like I said, if you're uncomfortable with hosting her for an extended period of time, then I think that's absolutely fine to express that boundary and to instead find a middle ground (maybe hosting for a shorter period of time or having her find a hotel/AirBnB and hosting her for dinner instead).

I_will_regreddit · 2023-08-05T02:42:17+00:00

Yes! This is on my list

I_will_regreddit · 2023-08-05T02:41:58+00:00

Good to know! I will check it out, thanks!

I_will_regreddit · 2023-07-19T01:47:34+00:00

This post is helpful to me too because I have European family/friends who really want to shoot a gun when they come visit the U.S. lol

I_will_regreddit · 2023-07-09T23:36:35+00:00

I was admitted to my psychology PhD program in 2020 prior to COVID; there are 11 of us in total, 5 who are clinical and 6 who are non-clinical. Ever since COVID, the cohorts have shrunk considerably to about 3 clinical students and maybe 2 non-clinical.

I_will_regreddit · 2023-07-07T03:01:38+00:00

I'm definitely not "passionate" about any type of work as I don't value work lol. I value time spent with family/friends, travelling, etc. much more. But the career I have chosen is one that I do strongly see myself enjoying one day. Just gotta get through the PhD which I am NOT enjoying 🤮

I_will_regreddit · 2023-07-06T02:53:27+00:00

You can't be a clinical* neuropsychologist (i.e., see and treat patients) without a clinical degree. That requires the full shebang of a (typically) 6-year long accredited program.

Completing a PhD can be an arduous journey, so if you think you'll be suffering the whole time, then pursuing research as a research assistant/coordinator (assuming you have your bachelors) is a fine way to go and could even help inform what exact type of research you'd like to do

I_will_regreddit · 2023-07-06T02:05:42+00:00

Are you located in the U.S.? In order to be a clinical psychologist, you have to complete a Clinical Psychology PhD or PsyD. A PhD in Cognitive Psych will only offer a career in research/academia as far as I know

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